Submitted
Pincher Creek
Kootenai Brown Pioneer Village is having its second annual semi-formal Valentine Gala Feb. 10.
The event takes place at the Bloomin’ Inn just seven minutes east of Pincher Creek. There will be cocktails and a social mixer at 5:30 p.m., followed by dinner and live dance music.

By Susan Quinlan
Southwest Alberta
Although it may be the furthest thing from skiers’ minds when they are heading to the hill to enjoy a day on the slopes, it’s good to know area ski hills are well-equipped with trained staff and that includes Castle Mountain Resort.

By Jamie Woodford
Southern Alberta Newspapers
Dave Swanson has a power line built near his house. If he had his way, it wouldn’t be there, but he said there was no choice.

Submitted by Toni Lucas
Pincher Creek
Curlers braved the outdoor cold in a good mood on Jan. 15 at Kootenai Brown Pioneer Village.
The crowds gathered ready to shoot off for the grand prize, to shoot with the heritage rock (circa 1890s), and the bragging rights of being outdoors while curling.